Beef Short Ribs Sauerbraten

Name: Beef Short Ribs Sauerbraten
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 3 h 35 min
Total time: 4 h 5 min
Cuisine: German
Ingredients: 3 pounds beef short ribs; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1.5 cups water; 0.66666668653488 cup cider vinegar; 0.66666668653488 cup red wine vinegar; 12 juniper berries; 9 whole cloves; 2 bay leaves; 1 tablespoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup cold water; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 1 carrot, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup water; 1 cup chicken broth; 2 tablespoons white sugar, or to taste; 0.5 cup crushed gingersnaps; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prep:30minCook:3h 35min

The 24-hour marinade in this classic German dish, Sauerbraten, ensures succulent short ribs have that signature tanginess. Gingersnaps give the sauce a beautiful texture and add a sweet spiciness.

Updated at: Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:42:00 GMT